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Runway
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Frequencies
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Procedures
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NOTAMs
Quick Facts
FAA
47IS
Elevation
945 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
0
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
42.492, -89.357
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
945 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
CHICAGO
Coordinates
42.4917, -89.3569
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KEFT 131635Z AUTO 01018G28KT 10SM OVC041 14/03 A3005 RMK AO2 T01360025
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
10° at 18 kt G28
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
13.6°C
Dewpoint
2.5°C
Altimeter
1017.70 inHg
Cloud Cover
OVC
Nearest weather from KEFT (16 NM away)
Observed 2026-05-13 16:35Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Lake in the Hills
West · Camera 3 · 4 cameras total
65 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 1,600 ft | 80 ft | TURF | - |
Active NOTAMs
No active NOTAMs for 47IS.
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47IS Operational Overview
Location & Facility
FLYING Z RANCH (47IS) is a privately owned airport restricted to private use located in DURAND, Illinois, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 945 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 42.4917°N, 89.3569°W.
Runways
FLYING Z RANCH has 1 runway. The longest runway (11/29) measures 1,600 feet by 80 feet with a turf surface.
Communications & Operations
FLYING Z RANCH is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near FLYING Z RANCH, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at FLYING Z RANCH is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 47IS?
47IS is the ICAO identifier for FLYING Z RANCH, a public-use airport located in DURAND, Illinois, United States.
How many runways does FLYING Z RANCH have?
FLYING Z RANCH (47IS) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of 47IS?
The field elevation of FLYING Z RANCH is 945 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at 47IS?
No fuel types are currently listed for FLYING Z RANCH. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at 47IS?
The current flight category at FLYING Z RANCH is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at 47IS?
There are currently no active NOTAMs for FLYING Z RANCH.
How do I access complete data for 47IS?
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Where is FLYING Z RANCH located?
FLYING Z RANCH (47IS) is located in DURAND, Illinois, United States, at an elevation of 945 ft MSL.
Does 47IS have weather cameras?
47IS does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.